Australian Tax News & Updates
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ATO announces key focus areas for Tax Time 2025
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has today announced its key focus areas for Tax Time 2025, highlighting work-related expenses, rental property income and deductions, and capital gains from cryptocurrency, property and shares as top priorities.
Read full article on ATO websiteNew guidelines for home office deductions reflect changing work patterns
The ATO has released updated guidelines for claiming home office expenses, reflecting the permanent shift to hybrid work arrangements for many Australians. The new guidelines clarify eligible expenses and required documentation.
Read full article on ATO websiteATO warns against new tax scams targeting Australians
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning the community about a rise in sophisticated scams as the end of financial year approaches. Australians are advised to be vigilant against fraudulent phone calls, emails, and text messages claiming to be from the ATO.
Read full article on ATO websiteSmall Business Tax Time Toolkit now available
The ATO has released its Small Business Tax Time Toolkit for 2025, providing essential guidance for the more than 4 million small businesses across Australia preparing for the end of the financial year.
Read full article on ATO websiteATO extends support for flood-affected communities
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has announced extended support measures for individuals and businesses affected by recent flooding in Queensland and northern New South Wales, including deferred lodgment dates and payment plans.
Read full article on ATO websiteChanges to superannuation contribution caps announced
The ATO has announced indexed increases to superannuation contribution caps for the 2025-26 financial year. The concessional contributions cap will increase to $30,000 per year, while the non-concessional contributions cap will rise to $120,000.
Read full article on ATO websiteKey Tax Dates & Deadlines
April 2025
- 21 April: March monthly activity statement – due date for lodgment and payment
- 28 April: Quarter 3 activity statement – due date for lodgment and payment
- 30 April: Final date for employers to make super guarantee contributions for Quarter 3
May 2025
- 15 May: Income tax return lodgment due date for companies and super funds with a liability from the previous year
- 21 May: April monthly activity statement – due date for lodgment and payment
- 26 May: FBT return – due date for payment if lodging electronically
June 2025
- 21 June: May monthly activity statement – due date for lodgment and payment
- 30 June: End of financial year – last day to implement tax planning strategies
- 30 June: Super contributions must be received by funds to be deductible in current financial year
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